My Modern Met - October 20 Daily Digest

--------------------------------------------------------------- ​ = ​[This Wooden Dog House Is the Perfect Modern Dwelling for Sophisticated Pups](=)​ [This Wooden Dog House Is the Perfect Modern Dwelling for Sophisticated Pups] Dogs are a part of the family, so they deserve a comfortable place to rest. Instead of stealing your place on the couch or sprawling on the living room floor, a dwelling of their own can make them feel safe and at ease after a long day. Wooffy House has designed an elegant abode for […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[‘Pepper X’ Is Named “World’s Hottest Pepper” by Guinness World Records](​ [‘Pepper X’ Is Named “World’s Hottest Pepper” by Guinness World Records] How spicy is too spicy? If you're familiar with the YouTube talk show Hot Ones, you know there's always a hotter sauce out there, ready to burn the taste buds of their celebrity guests. So what better platform to put the world's hottest pepper to test? Pepper X, grown by Puckerbutt Pepper Co., was awarded […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Bindi Irwin Remembers Her Dad’s Compassion for All Species in Sweet Video](​ [Bindi Irwin Remembers Her Dad’s Compassion for All Species in Sweet Video] The late Steve Irwin is best remembered for his daring wildlife adventures. However, as co-owner of the Australia Zoo, he had some chores to tend to. An animal lover like no other, Irwin's dedication was even noticeable in the smallest of encounters. As a tribute to her father, Bindi Irwin recently shared a sweet video […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[Vintage Japanese Gadgets Are Reimagined With Golden Kintsugi “Scars” to Give Them a Second Chance](​ [Vintage Japanese Gadgets Are Reimagined With Golden Kintsugi “Scars” to Give Them a Second Chance] In Japan, there is a centuries-old tradition of repairing items with gold known as kintsugi. While this practice is mostly applied to pottery, Buenos Aires-based collective MOLI has imagined another use for it. Drawn to the nostalgia of vintage gadgets, this Argentinian studio has dreamed up Golden Era, a series in which iconic devices have […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[This Pocket-Sized Flying Camera Is an Easy Entry Into Using a Drone](=)​ [This Pocket-Sized Flying Camera Is an Easy Entry Into Using a Drone] As a drone that can fit in the palm of your hand and slip easily into a purse, the HoverAir X1 is enticing. But, as someone who has never used a drone, I wasn't sure what to expect. Fortunately, after some testing, it became clear that its size and ease of use make it an […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[10 Unique Candles To Brighten Up Your Mantle](=)​ [10 Unique Candles To Brighten Up Your Mantle] There are many ways to make your home feel cozy, especially in the cooler months. One of the easiest, however, is by lighting candles. Available in many shapes and sizes, these decorative pieces bring a bit of personality wherever they're placed. My Modern Met Store boasts a collection of creative candles that you'll be proud […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[40 Easy Things to Draw in Your Sketchbook Right Now](=)​ [40 Easy Things to Draw in Your Sketchbook Right Now] Learning how to draw takes time and practice. However, if you didn't spend a lot of time sketching growing up, it can be a little daunting to just jump in. If you're looking for some things that are easy to draw, then you've come to the right place. We've put together a list of 40 […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Artist Documents Her Stays At Different Japanese Hotels in Carefully Rendered Illustrations](=)​ [Artist Documents Her Stays At Different Japanese Hotels in Carefully Rendered Illustrations] If you're someone who frequently stays at hotels, you likely take note of the different design choices in each place. One artist has turned her hobby of chronicling different hotel layouts into an illustrated book. Japanese artist Kei Endo frequently visits various hotels in the Tokyo area (and sometimes beyond). Every place she stays at […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Leica Honors Legendary Photographer Elliott Erwitt With Its Hall of Fame Award](=)​ [Leica Honors Legendary Photographer Elliott Erwitt With Its Hall of Fame Award] Legendary Magnum photographer Elliott Erwitt is being honored with the Leica Hall of Fame Award 2023. To celebrate, Erwitt has selected 50 of his iconic images for an exhibition on view at the Leica Gallery in Wetzlar through the end of January 2024. In addition, one of his images, which cleverly shows someone sitting on […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Woman Gains Financial Freedom by Moving Into Backyard Tiny Home and Renting Out Main House [Interview]](=)​ [Woman Gains Financial Freedom by Moving Into Backyard Tiny Home and Renting Out Main House [Interview]] A woman named Precious Price is a force of nature. As a digital marketing expert, she helped brands with their content strategy. And when she was able to purchase her first home, she transformed it into a career-changing investment. When Price was just 25 years old, she took advantage of extra space in her Atlanta […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Designer Perfectly Crafts a 19th-Century Dress From a Renoir Painting]()​ [Designer Perfectly Crafts a 19th-Century Dress From a Renoir Painting] Artwork from the past offers a window into what life was like in different periods of history. Work, food, and fashion have all changed drastically over the years. For instance, the Belle Époque (which emerged in the 19th century) saw colorful floorlength gowns and the rise of avant-garde art, like Impressionism. Artist Pierre-August Renoir captured […] [View on My Modern Met]() ​ ​[Test Your Knowledge: Play ‘Two Truths and a Lie (Artist Edition)’ [Quiz]](​ [Test Your Knowledge: Play ‘Two Truths and a Lie (Artist Edition)’ [Quiz]] Pablo Picasso. Michelangelo. Andy Warhol. These are some of the well-known and respected names in art history. But how much do you know about their personalities? To test your knowledge, we've put together a quiz in the style of the game “Two Truths and a Lie.” To play, first, you'll read three statements about 11 […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[These Rare Daguerrotypes Are the Earliest Surviving Photos of Iran in the 1850s](=)​ [These Rare Daguerrotypes Are the Earliest Surviving Photos of Iran in the 1850s] When photography was still in its infancy, an Italian recorded what some of Iran's most spectacular sights in rare daguerreotypes. Luigi Pesce, a colonel from Italy, traveled to Iran to train infantry units in 1948. While there, his enthusiasm for photography led him to travel across the country and capture what he saw. There are […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Denver Gave People $1,000 a Month, Led to Reduced Homelessness and Increased Full-Time Employment](=)​ [Denver Gave People $1,000 a Month, Led to Reduced Homelessness and Increased Full-Time Employment] Homelessness is an issue that many cities are trying to address and solve. While there is no one-size-fits-all solution, a study found that a little help can put those in a vulnerable position on the right track. A project carried out by the Denver Basic Income Project found that direct cash assistance reduced homelessness, improved […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Psychedelic Image of Optic Nerve Wins Nikon Small World Photomicrography Contest](=)​ [Psychedelic Image of Optic Nerve Wins Nikon Small World Photomicrography Contest] A look at a rodent's optic nerve under the microscope took home the top prize at the 49th annual Nikon Small World Photomicrography Competition. Taken by Hassanain Qambari, who was assisted by Jayden Dickson, the psychedelic image won out over nearly 1,900 entries from 72 countries. The image is not only beautiful, but medically important, […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Polar Bears and Ethereal Landscapes Are This Photographer’s Postcards From the Arctic Circle [Interview]](=)​ [Polar Bears and Ethereal Landscapes Are This Photographer’s Postcards From the Arctic Circle [Interview]] For eight days, photographer Drew Doggett floated in the Arctic waters of Svalbard, Norway. Doggett made his way up north and climbed aboard a research vessel for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that brought him up to the 80th parallel north. From there, he was able to document the ethereal landscape while also actively seeking out polar […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​[Little Girl Loudly Cheers at Dad’s Graduation as He Walks on Stage to Pick Up Diploma](​ [Little Girl Loudly Cheers at Dad’s Graduation as He Walks on Stage to Pick Up Diploma] Posts from the wholesome community on Reddit At graduation ceremonies, it's common to see parents proudly cheering and clapping for their kids, whether they are finishing elementary school or picking up their masters degree. But have you ever seen it happen the other way around? A heartwarming viral video shows a little girl named Shivaee […] [View on My Modern Met]( ​ ​[LEGO MRI Scanner Sets Are Donated to Hospitals To Help Children Cope With These Procedures](=)​ [LEGO MRI Scanner Sets Are Donated to Hospitals To Help Children Cope With These Procedures] MRI or Magnetic Resonance Imaging is a valuable and versatile medical resource. By using strong magnetic fields and radio waves, an MRI can produce detailed images of the inside of a body. However, it can be a daunting procedure for some, especially children. Not only do patients have to lay flat inside the tunnel of […] [View on My Modern Met](=) ​ ​ = ​ Thanks for subscribing to newsletters from [My Modern Met.]( To make sure our emails don’t get lost, [add us to your address book.]() UPDATE YOUR PREFERENCES: - Daily Newsletter: Whenever there is something new - Weekly Roundup: Weekly updates packaged into one convenient newsletter - Click here to change your [current preferences.]( [Unsubscribe]( | 121 Evergreen Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630